Milford Track Day Tour from Te Anau
At a glance
Milford Track Day Tour from Te Anau is a 10h small-group experience in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, operated by The Great Walks Bus. Prices start from $130.69 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Government Fees.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 16 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 10h
- Group
- Small group, up to 16 travellers
- Languages
- German, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Travellers
- 1–15 per booking · adult required
- Ages
- Child 0–14 · Adult 15–99
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Options & availability
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Tour from Te Anau
from $125
Does not include cruise Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 08:00
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Tour + Nature Cruise
from $213.27
Tour includes Nature Cruise Pickup included
- Days:
- Every day
- Start times:
- 08:00
Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.
Overview
Get to do a day walk on the renowned Milford Track to Giant Gates Falls, including the water taxi ride down the Arthur River to Sandfly point and back to Deep Water Basin. Discover the stunning landscapes of Milford Sound on this day tour departing from Te Anau. Enjoy guided transport along the iconic Milford Road, with scenic stops perfect for photography. Opt in for an unforgettable nature cruise to explore the fjord's beauty and wildlife. Seasonal tours run from November to April.
What's included
What's included
- Government Fees
Not included
- Lunch
- Nature Cruise
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 3m
Te Anau Downs is a scenic farming settlement located 30 minutes north of Te Anau on the edge of Fiordland National Park. It is primarily known as the mandatory boat departure point for the famous Milford Track Great Walk.
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Stop 2 · 5m
One of the first highlights of a trip to Milford Sound after entering Fiordland National Park is the Eglinton Valley. It was carved out by glaciers thousands of years ago. Today, steep rocky mountains covered in native beech forest line the valley. The flat floor of the valley is covered in eye-catching golden tussock grass. The Eglinton Valley is a favourite photo stop for visitors – the eye-catching contrast between the dark tree-clad hillside and the rippling golden tussock makes for a stunning backdrop.
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Stop 3 · 5m
Mirror Lakes are a popular, easily accessible scenic stop located 56 km north of Te Anau on the Milford Road. A short, accessible boardwalk offers stunning, glass-like reflections of the Earl Mountains on calm days.
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Stop 4 · 5m
Breathtaking Panoramas of Fiordland
On a clear day, Pops View provides expansive 270-degree vistas. To the east, you can see the jagged peaks of the Alisa Mountains. Looking north, the Hollyford Valley stretches out before you, while the Darran Mountains dominate the northwest horizon. The view to the northwest is particularly striking, offering a direct sightline up the cirque beyond Marian Valley, with Mount Christina on the left, Mount Lyttle on the right, and Mount Marian in the background. -
Stop 5 · 5m
Monkey Creek is a beautiful spot on the road to Milford Sound. Stand amid awe-inspiring mountain scenery and experience New Zealand’s pristine environment in a fun and unique way.
Located within the Hollyford Valley, Monkey Creek is a glacier-fed spring with water so pure you can drink it straight from the source. You can fill up your water bottle from the bubbling brook and enjoy its icy refreshing taste! -
Stop 6 · 5m
The tunnel is an astonishing feat of engineering. Construction began in 1935 as a depression-era relief project, originally started by just five men with picks and wheelbarrows. Plagued by extreme weather, avalanches, and World War II, it took 19 years to complete and officially opened to traffic in 1954.
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Stop 7 · 4h
Take the opportunity to do a day walk on the famous Milford Track. Enjoy a 10-minute water taxi ride up the famous Arthur River from Deep Water Basin to Sandfly Point to start the Milford Track walk.
Self-guided walk up to 11km (approx. 4 hours return) on the world-renowned Milford Track and discover Giant Gates Fall (Guided App for your walk is available)
Meeting point
The pick up area is just in front of the DOC visitor centre main entrance.
Please be there 10 minutes before departure time.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Milford Track Day Tour from Te Anau take?
The experience lasts about 10h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $130.69 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Government Fees.
Where does it start?
The pick up area is just in front of the DOC visitor centre main entrance. Please be there 10 minutes before departure time.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, Portuguese, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish.